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KR55 YLP

2006 Seat Altea

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

136,474 mi
Last recorded136,474 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2017
Typical for 2006 Seat Altea78,898 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR55 YLP
MakeSeat
ModelAltea
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2017 136,474 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Apr 2016 123,897 miles

osf tyre worn on edges

underbody covers fitted

Fail 6 Apr 2016 123,897 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

osf tyre worn on edges

underbody covers fitted

Pass 12 Mar 2015 114,837 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2015 114,835 miles

Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 9 May 2014 106,750 miles

All brake discs worn

Pass 9 May 2013 93,641 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

TYRE PRESSURE WARNING LIGHT ON

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 May 2012 82,084 miles

Plastic sill covers fitted

Traction control warning light on

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 10 May 2012 82,084 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Plastic sill covers fitted

Traction control warning light on

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Apr 2011 69,628 miles

NO SMOKE READING

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Mar 2010 55,399 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2009 38,041 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Seat Altea?

Based on 461,665 MOT tests across 29,343 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
7,299
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
29,343
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 12,536
coil spring broken 6,672
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 5,675
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 4,395
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 4,100
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KR55 YLP is a 2006 Seat Altea in Red with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2006 Seat Altea models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.8% with a typical mileage of 78,898 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Seat Altea fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 12,536 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KR55 YLP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Seat Altea typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 20 years old, this Seat Altea is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was KR55 YLP registered?

KR55 YLP is a 2006 Seat Altea, first registered on 12 January 2006.

Is KR55 YLP safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR55 YLP shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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